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As outlined in our orthodontist job description, this specialty requires the completion of ademanding and rigorous course. Before playing a crucial role in correcting dental malpositions, students wishing to embark on this path will need to be patient. In France, it takes 8 to 9 years of study to become an orthodontist. This article describes the various stages.
Initial stages of medical training
Before starting specialized orthodontic studies in France, you'll need a scientific baccalaureate. You will then have to choose between two options:
- The Parcours Accès Santé Spécifique (PASS)
- Introduced in 2020 to replace the former Première Années Commune aux Études de Santé (PACES), the PASS is a year of study combining a health major with a miscellaneous minor. This structure not only diversifies skills, but also offers the possibility of reorientation.
- Students are assessed on the basis of continuous assessment and final exams.
- Students who are admitted to the program enter the health sector.
- Those who do not pass can reorient themselves towards their minor. They can retake the exam the following year.
- The PASS reduces the pressure of the single PACES entrance exam and diversifies students' skills.
- The Health Access License (L.AS)
- Introduced in 2020 to diversify the range of health study courses on offer, the L.AS is a course combining any major (law, humanities, economics, etc.) with a specific health minor (biology, physiology, etc.).
- At the end of the first, second or third year, and if they have passed the minimum requirements, L.AS students can apply for health studies. They then sit specific exams. Depending on their performance, they may be rejected or admitted to the second year of medical school.
- The L.AS allows students to follow a diversified pathway, encouraging skills and reorientation.
General orthodontic studies
After the PASS or L.AS (see above), studies to become an orthodontist are divided into two diploma sections:
- Diplôme de Formation Générale en Sciences Odontologiques (DFGSO): this two-year course includes theoretical instruction in anatomy, biology and pathology, and practical work in simulation.
- Diplôme de Formation Approfondie en Sciences Odontologiques (DFASO): this phase focuses on more specialized teaching and supervised clinical internships. It also lasts two years.
These courses can also be taken at foreign faculties, as long as the country to which they belong is part of the European Union.
Specialization in Orthodontics
After graduating in dental surgery, young dentists can train in orthodontics alongside general practice, but not exclusively as orthodontists. To do so, they will have to continue their studies and specialize in orthodontics through further training:
- Concours de l'Internat en Orthodontie: Admission to this specialization is by means of a selective competitive examination.
- Diplôme d'Études Spécialisées en Orthopédie Dento-Faciale (DESODF): This diploma is awarded after a further three years of study, including specialized theoretical courses in orthodontics, practical work and intensive clinical internships. Students learn to diagnose and treat dentofacial anomalies, using corrective appliances and advanced techniques.
Orthodontic interns must also write and defend a thesis in order to obtain their doctorate. On completion of this specialization, he or she obtains a state diploma and is eligible to practice as an orthodontist.
Careers and opportunities in orthodontics
Status of orthodontists
Young orthodontists registered with the Ordre des Chirurgiens-Dentistes can apply for jobs as orthodontists. They will also need to choose the type of practice they wish to pursue:
- Liberal: orthodontists work as independent professionals in their own practice or in collaboration with other oral health professionals. They are free to manage their own schedules, choose their own equipment and set their own fees. However, they must assume administrative and financial responsibility for their work.
- Salaried: orthodontists may be employed by public hospitals, health centers or private clinics. This gives them access to state-of-the-art medical equipment and job stability, but less autonomy than self-employment.
Where orthodontists practice
Orthodontists can choose to practice in the following locations:
- Private practices
- Hospitals and university hospitals
- Private clinics
- Health centers
- Associations
- University and Faculty of Dentistry
- Teleconsultation
- Medworking
The path to becoming an orthodontist is long and demanding, but it enables you to acquire highly specialized skills and play an essential role in the health and well-being of patients. From initial studies in dentistry to specialization in orthodontics, this path offers a comprehensive and diversified training, guaranteeing a rewarding career.
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Orthodontist - Grenoble 38
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Job Orthodontist - Grenoble 38 A dental practice in Grenoble, Isère, is actively seeking a freelance orthodontist. Terms and conditions - Private practice or industry contributor - Tuesday to Saturday (1 Saturday out of 2) - Minimum 3 days per week The structure You will be joining a practice specialized in orthodontics, located in the heart of Grenoble. It has a large surface area dedicated to care and treatment. The organization also includes an in-house orthodontic laboratory and a multi-chair set-up for structured, multi-purpose activity. The team is made up of qualified dental assistants, secretaries and a laboratory officer, providing full operational support. Remuneration - Attractive remuneration Duties - Provide initial consultations and orthodontic follow-ups - Draw up treatment plans and fit orthodontic appliances - Support existing patients and ensure continuity of care - Work closely with the in-house laboratory to produce appliances The benefits - Spacious practice - Tray equipped with 4 chairs - In-house orthodontic laboratory - Team of specialized dental assistants and secretaries - Hypercentre location with easy access by public transport - High patient flow Our equipment - Panoramic - Optical camera - Conventional orthodontic equipment The little extra Grenoble is ideally located at the foot of the Alps, with quick access to the surrounding massifs for outdoor activities. The city is renowned for its panoramic views from the Bastille, accessible by cable car, offering remarkable scenery after a short climb. Profile required Orthodontist qualified in France or the European Union, registered or eligible for registration. Contact us on: 06 67 76 60 76 or by e-mail at [email protected] Ad reference : 12126 Candidates from the European Union: Jober Group, leader in the integration of dental surgeons in France, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity: - Introduction to our partner teachers - French language training (B2) - Support in registering with the French Dental Association (ONCD) - Help with finding accommodation - Consultant dedicated to your support Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Benefit from a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
Orthodontist - Marignane 13
Liberal
5000 - 15000 per month
Marignane
Orthodontist job - Marignane 13 We are recruiting an orthodontist M/F to join a dental practice located near Marignane, in the Bouches-du-Rhône region, on a self-employed basis. DNA of the practice You'll be joining a bright, spacious 180 m² practice with three treatment rooms, including a surgery room. The practice is located in an area with a high demand for dental care. What's more, the site is ideally located, benefiting from a cluster of nearby medical facilities, amenities and shops. Parking is available for patients and staff. Description and responsibilities You will be responsible for developing and managing the orthodontic business within the practice. Your main tasks will be : - Carry out orthodontic diagnoses and complete treatment follow-up - Fit and adapt fixed and removable appliances - Work in collaboration with other practitioners in the practice to ensure comprehensive patient care - Use existing technical equipment, including scanners and digital equipment Compensation For this position, you will have a remuneration package to be defined at the time of interview, depending on your profile and experience. Benefits: - Technical platform including scanner and implant-prosthetic equipment - Large, bright 180 m² premises - Presence of a dental assistant on site - Collaborative atmosphere and proximity to other medical professions - High patient flow in a high-demand area - Parking available for team and patients Profile sought Orthodontist qualified in France or the European Union, registered or eligible for registration with the Ordre. Experienced and autonomous chair-side profile, capable of opening and developing the orthodontic specialty within the practice. Contact us at: 06 67 76 60 76 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Ad reference: 11911 Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Benefit from a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with. Candidates from the European Union: Jober Group, leader in the integration of dentists in France, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity: - Introduction to our partner teachers - Support in registering with the French Dental Association (ONCD) - Help with finding accommodation - Consultant dedicated to your support
Orthodontist - Boussy Saint Antoine 91
Employee
5000 - 15000 per month
Brunoy
Orthodontist jobs - Boussy Saint Antoine 91 Are you looking for a job as an orthodontist in Boussy-Saint-Antoine, Essonne? We've got just what you're looking for: a full-time or part-time permanent position in a multidisciplinary health center. DNA of the structure You'll be joining a well-established establishment in the town, with physiotherapists, psychologists and osteopaths. The dental section occupies 80 m² on one floor of a two-storey building, with two practitioners already in place. Technical equipment also includes panoramic X-ray, scanner, teleradiography and Adec chairs. Description and missions The structure is looking for practitioners in formats compatible with the current organization. Your main tasks will be : - Provide care adapted to your specialty as part of a multidisciplinary team - Work in collaboration with other practitioners Please note that the position is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with a minimum attendance requirement of 2 days. In addition, the facility has a secretary in charge of administrative matters, as well as two assistants (one assigned to each chair and one in the process of qualifying). Compensation For this position, you will have a gross monthly remuneration of between 32 and 35% of sales, to be defined according to your profile and experience. Benefits: - Full technical platform - Administrative team and dental assistants - Collaborative work environment Profile sought Orthodontist qualified in France or the European Union, registered or eligible for registration with the Ordre. Contact us at: 06 67 76 60 76 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Ad reference: 11898 Candidates from the European Union: Jober Group, leader in the integration of dental surgeons in France, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity: - Introduction to our partner teachers - Support in registering with the French Dental Association (ONCD) - Help in finding accommodation - Dedicated consultant to support you Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Benefit from a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
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